Nell of Shorne Mills - Page 238/354

"What is the matter? Did any one squeeze you? Did you see his lordship?"

asked Mrs. Hawksley.

"No," said Nell, trying to keep her voice steady. "I--I saw that

gentleman with the lady in mauve; but----"

Mrs. Hawksley stared at her.

"Well, that is the earl. That is Lord Angleford with Lady Luce Turfleigh

on his arm."